Pakistan's aviation regulatory body to undergo split into two
entities
Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is set to undergo
a significant restructuring, with plans to divide it into two separate entities.
According to an official notification issued for this
purpose, a prominent 9-member committee has been established, with Shazia
Rizvi, Joint Secretary Ministry of Aviation, appointed as the committee's
chairperson, and Air Vice Marshal Taimoor Iqbal serving as its coordinator.
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According to available details, the Pakistan Civil Aviation
Authority (PCAA) will be bifurcated into two distinct departments: the Pakistan
Airport Authority and the Bureau of Air Safety Investigation. The committee has
been tasked with the responsibility of allocating the PCAA's assets and funds
between these new departments, with a deadline set for October 15th to complete
this transition.
The committee will conduct a comprehensive review of matters
concerning the transfer of PCAA officers and records. Additionally, it will
oversee the allocation of various resources, including office space, furniture,
machinery, vehicles, and financial resources among the different departments.
The committee's other members comprise Joint Secretary
Ministry of Aviation Iqbal Asif, Joint Secretary Finance Division Abdul Malik,
PCAA Deputy DG Regulatory Nadir Shafi Dar, Aircraft Accident Investigation
Board President Air Commodore Mirza Amir Vilayat, PCAA Finance Director Saqib
Butt, Director Sameer Saeed, Director APS Sadiqur Rehman, and Director HR Abid
Ali.
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The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) currently serves
as the regulatory body responsible for supervising and managing civil aviation
activities in Pakistan. Its multifaceted role includes the formulation and
enforcement of rules, regulations, and standards to ensure the safety,
security, and efficiency of civil aviation operations.
Furthermore, the CAA plays a vital role in monitoring and
upholding safety standards across all facets of civil aviation, including
aircraft airworthiness, maintenance practices, and operational procedures.
Additionally, the CAA manages and operates air traffic
control services, navigation aids, and communication systems to ensure the safe
movement of aircraft within Pakistan's airspace.
Moreover, the authority is actively engaged in the planning,
development, and administration of airports throughout the nation. This
encompasses infrastructure enhancement, maintenance, and adherence to
international standards.
The specific functions and responsibilities of each entity
resulting from this restructuring have yet to be clarified.
Source: Daily Pakistan